Old Timers and Newbies Challenge

Tooter · 11-23-2007, 07:18 PM

I'm starting this thread so that "Old timers" and Newbies (who want to) can have a thread to support each other and "Catch up" with each other's lives. Winslow and I had talked about it in the 10th fascination thread.

It's a thread to share what we are doing, what we have learned and what's going on in our lives. All are welcome.

I've been doing low carb for year, but really got serious with it (and TRULY made it a lifestyle) about 2 years ago. Huge difference in my health, weight, size and stamina. That doesn't mean that I'm not done learning yet. It's seems I'm learning more and more every day. (Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks).

I'm 45, married and the mother of 4 sons and 1 granddaughter. 5' 6" tall and 123 lbs. A Size 4 pants (8 in tops).

I read Gary Taubes' book (Good Calories, Bad Calories) and I would highly recommend it to everyone.

I recently made sure that I put more Fat in my diet and it has made a world of difference for me. I think too many times we get scared of fat and don't realize the importance it plays in our health.

I guess I'll wait for someone else to come in here so we can start some real conversations.

Anyways, I hope you Old Timers and Newbies come in so we can get this thing started for "support" and Sharing.

Tooter

winslow · 11-23-2007, 07:31 PM

Thanks, tooter!
Low carb has been my way of life for me for the past 10 years. With so much going on this past year, I've gotten sloppy. I came back to LCFs for accountability and support. I had my last day of sloppiness (planned) yesterday. Today I got up excited to get back on track. Today was my 1st day of induction. (strict 1970s induction) I'm going to log everything I eat on fitday.

Tooter · 11-23-2007, 07:46 PM

I think we all have had that happen (getting sloppy). I'm so glad that you are back on track today. You hang in there. Just a few days and you will be back in the "Zone" and feeling Fantastic!!

winslow · 11-23-2007, 07:50 PM

You bet!!!!!
My skin is so dull when I get sloppy.

Here's to getting and staying on track. Thanks for the support, my friend.

Tooter · 11-23-2007, 08:01 PM

I hear ya!! Have you tried Virgin Coconut oil? (I am trying to get you updated on things you might have missed).

I use Virgin Coconut oil (Nutiva brand) I actually use it on my skin and I ingest it. There are about a Million threads about it on this site and also a search on yahoo or Google would bring up even more information.

In a nutshell, Virgin Coconut Oil has anti-viral and anti-bacteria properties. It also revs your metab up and helps alot of people with weight loss and energy.

I will put it in a cup of hot tea (with sweetener) and drink it. (Just don't do it at night because it gives you energy and can keep you awake). It also is fantastic for your skin. You have to start out slow with it and work your way up (ingesting it).

I will also make a candy bar out of it. It's usually called "Coconut oil Bark" or "CO bark" (lots of threads about that too on here). Virgin Coconut oil is naturally a solid until about 76*. To make the bark, all you do is melt the coconut oil, add coco powder and sweetener. Stir it up and put it in a foil lined pan and then put it in the fridge or freezer. You wait until it turns Solid from the cold, then break it up into pieces. You store it in the Fridge (remember it will melt otherwise). It's really good. I get my candy and coconut oil too.

I even add unsweetened coconut and almonds to it and it's like a low carb Almond Joy.

winslow · 11-23-2007, 08:07 PM

I actually had read about it and got some a while back. THANKS for the reminder. I'll add that to my shopping list.

Tooter · 11-23-2007, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by winslow

I actually had read about it and got some a while back. THANKS for the reminder. I'll add that to my shopping list.

Hubby and I started Boating last year. This year I used coconut oil on my skin. For the first time in my life, I got a Tan. Ok, so I won't be asked to be the next Hawiian Tropics Model, but It was actually a Tan and I wasn't 2 shades away from Albino in the summer time. I actually wore Shorts for the first time in 25 years and no one mistook me for Casper. I actually wore shorts all summer long, I have never done that in my life, except when I was a child (because I am so fair). I blended in with everone else. I even got into a Bathing suit!!!

Oh, Coconut oil is supposed to help with Wrinkles too. We shall see. lol It won't get rid of what you have, but it will make your skin look good and slow the process down because of the healing properties. Hey, it worked on the Tan for me. Who knows? I don't think it is a miracle food, but I do think it has fantastic qualities to it. I'm sold on it.

Tooter · 11-23-2007, 08:18 PM

Here is what my Menu was today.

Brunch: Cold Sliced Turkey with Butter and salt/pepper. Left over chilled Shrimp

Dinner: Chef Salad with left over Turkey, swiss cheese and Oil/vinegar dressing.

Snack: 2 tablespoons of cream cheese with peanut butter and splenda (taste like Peanut butter Cheese cake)

Drinks: 2 cups of Coffee with Cream. 3 Cups of green tea with Coconut oil and Stevia. The rest water.

winslow · 11-23-2007, 08:34 PM

I use emu oil under my moisturizer. It truly helps it to absorb deeper. Helps prevent wrinkles? YAY! You are a baby, though. I'm 51!

winslow's 11/23/207 menu:

breakfast:
hard boiled egg

lunch
white turkey with mayo

dinner
tilapia
half cup salad greens with blue cheese

snacks
cheese crisp
instone protein pudding
pepperoni slices

2 cups coffee with cream, no sugar.
water

3 cups coffee with cream, no sugar.
(I never give up coffee.)

Tooter · 11-23-2007, 08:38 PM

I don't give up coffee either!! NO WAY!! lol

Gotta go to bed. Talk to later, Winslow.

winslow · 11-23-2007, 08:39 PM

Goodnight, my friend!
One day down, 13 to go.

celeste · 11-23-2007, 08:42 PM

Im so glad to be able to claim being an "Old Timer" Wish I could claim the wonderful success you guys have , but hey, where there is life, there is hope

... I have been thru several lives...and states....but FINALLY I am settled, happy, and ready to regroup and settle down. The first of the year, Im all over this battle ( I cant even begin to pretend a start before then) So ladies, I am so proud to consider you my friends. This place has been my "home" for so very very long. Hoping that we will bring in many more of our long time friends. In the meantime, the term SCUD MISSILES makes me laugh!!!!
Lets toast Mangus and Lo, and thank Tom and the gang for carrying on the torch. Its been a wonderful place to have a safe place to land.... Im grateful every day!

winslow · 11-23-2007, 08:49 PM

New London ...home of Connecticut College...we're only about 2 hours away...maybe we can meet up sometime...like in the spring?

celeste · 11-23-2007, 08:52 PM

That would be GREAT - Charlie's family is all in Hingham/Hull. Is that near you? We come there at least monthly. Regardless, spring is great!

winslow · 11-23-2007, 08:58 PM

I don't know where Hingham/Hull is.
I think I may live closer to Ct. LOL My son lives in Woodstock, Ct.
Do you ever go to Mohegan Sun?

celeste · 11-23-2007, 09:03 PM

Mohegan Sun is about a half hour from the house. Im there whenever you are....

Hull/Hingham are 1/2 hr away from Boston via ferry. Nantasket Beach. Regardless, sounds like the casino is the way to go........

Just let me know - my Charlie is a Navigator from the Air Force for 30 years - he can find our way WHEREVER we need to be. Mohegan - even I can find my way there.

winslow · 11-23-2007, 09:08 PM

The 4 of us should meet at Mohegan Sun! Let's plan on it and make definite plans after the holidays. I had a wedding and Thanksgiving this week. I need to get through the holidays...but then that would be FUN!!!! My husband and I like to go there for fun. We aren't gamblers, but it's fun. You have a PM.

Tooter · 11-24-2007, 05:04 AM

celeste, I'm so glad you are here!

Tooter · 11-24-2007, 05:08 AM

Let's see, my Menu for today.

B: 3 eggs cooked (over medium) and mashed with butter and salt/pepper.

L: Turkey Nachos. (Chunks of left over turkey put on a cookie sheet with Shredded Cheese and pepper rings on top. Baked until cheese is melted and serve with Salsa and Sour cream)

D: Beef Stir Fry

S: Coconut Oil bark (coconut/almond flavored)

Drinks: 3 cups of coffee with cream. 3 cups of hot tea with coconut oil and sweetner. The rest water.

Tooter · 11-24-2007, 05:13 AM

Oh, celeste... My Youngest were 10 and 12 with the scud missiles Story. Can you believe they are 19 (soon to be 20) and 18? So, My Kids are now.. 18, 19, 22 and 24!! And I'm a Grandma! (My AV is my granddaughter Irelyn). I finally got my girl!!!

They may be older now, but there still is never a dull moment around here.

flowerpower · 11-24-2007, 05:57 AM

Hi oldtimers!

I noticed you all referred to Kimmer as evil. Do you think maybe Evil Terry was Kimmer?

flowerpower · 11-24-2007, 06:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by celeste

Lets toast Mangus and Lo, and thank Tom and the gang for carrying on the torch. Its been a wonderful place to have a safe place to land.... Im grateful every day!

And - 808State and Chester!

Tooter · 11-24-2007, 06:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flowerpower

Hi oldtimers!

I noticed you all referred to Kimmer as evil. Do you think maybe Evil Terry was Kimmer?

How are you doing Flowerpower?

centralpa · 11-24-2007, 06:40 AM

Aw, looks like some LColdiebutgoodieFriends HERE!

Flower: How's your new pup? Awesome, how you adopted her! BTW, Lucy is doing just fine, altho we recently had a big scare, when she severed an artery & tendons as she was running thru the woods. We didn't see it happen, but think she got her paw caught in an old run-down fence, and pulled her paw out, making a bad cut. Rushed her to the vet for emerg surgery, she spent the night at the vet hosp. She had 2 months of very little activity (and the doggie collar) but is now recovered completely. Has no limp or anything. Vet was awesome ... she even kept the office open late on a Friday night to do the surgery.

JMHO on the matter ... the "Big K" not only lurks here, but posts here often. And, yes, I think she had many other "akas" before this one ...

The personality-type is fairly predictable.

cheers,
Wendy

winslow · 11-24-2007, 08:49 AM

Hi Wendy! Hi Flower!

Tooter, you are so good! I haven't planned my menu for today.....still savoring my coffee. We are going out tonight...give me strength....my hubby loves to eat crap food.

So far today:
coffee, cream, no sugar

*Pear* · 11-24-2007, 02:14 PM

Hi :wave

I'm a newbie joining in. I started last monday, but with the holidays, I'm restarting today.

Winslow, I cant believe you're 51, you look like you're in your thirties. I hope I look half as good as you do when I reach my fifties.

My menu for the day:

B: none, I slept in
L: fried eggs and ham
D: Chipotle, I'm having the taco salad with chicken, sour cream & cheese and lots of salsa.
S: Gouda cheese

We're going by Whole Foods, so I'll check to see if they have coconut oil. That coconut bark sounds delicious. Hubby would love it too, since he's dairy free.

Ailuros · 11-24-2007, 02:34 PM

I'm a relative newcomer here, but I've been following the fascination threads and feel as if I know you all

.

I've been eating LC for a bit over four years, and I reached my goal weight in about six months. I've maintained at 115 +/- 5 lbs since then (5' 2"). I'm 46 now, and it seemed that as my 45th birthday arrived, my hormones plunged into chaos. These days I find that if I eat very low carb I run out of energy. At the moment I'm feeling best at around 60-80g per day, but everything's in a state of flux, so that number might need to change.

*Pear* · 11-24-2007, 02:42 PM

On the days I eat low carb, I feel better, I have so much more energy. I think it has to do with the insuline being regulated. Then again, I just getting started.

11-23-2007, 07:18 PM	#1
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	Old Timers and Newbies Challenge I'm starting this thread so that "Old timers" and Newbies (who want to) can have a thread to support each other and "Catch up" with each other's lives. Winslow and I had talked about it in the 10th fascination thread. It's a thread to share what we are doing, what we have learned and what's going on in our lives. All are welcome. I've been doing low carb for year, but really got serious with it (and TRULY made it a lifestyle) about 2 years ago. Huge difference in my health, weight, size and stamina. That doesn't mean that I'm not done learning yet. It's seems I'm learning more and more every day. (Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks). I'm 45, married and the mother of 4 sons and 1 granddaughter. 5' 6" tall and 123 lbs. A Size 4 pants (8 in tops). I read Gary Taubes' book (Good Calories, Bad Calories) and I would highly recommend it to everyone. I recently made sure that I put more Fat in my diet and it has made a world of difference for me. I think too many times we get scared of fat and don't realize the importance it plays in our health. I guess I'll wait for someone else to come in here so we can start some real conversations. Anyways, I hope you Old Timers and Newbies come in so we can get this thing started for "support" and Sharing. Tooter __________________ "It shouldn't be a RACE to get thin. It should be a Journey to good health."

11-23-2007, 07:31 PM	#2
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	Thanks, tooter! Low carb has been my way of life for me for the past 10 years. With so much going on this past year, I've gotten sloppy. I came back to LCFs for accountability and support. I had my last day of sloppiness (planned) yesterday. Today I got up excited to get back on track. Today was my 1st day of induction. (strict 1970s induction) I'm going to log everything I eat on fitday. Last edited by winslow : 11-23-2007 at 07:42 PM. Reason: typo

11-23-2007, 08:01 PM	#5
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	I hear ya!! Have you tried Virgin Coconut oil? (I am trying to get you updated on things you might have missed). I use Virgin Coconut oil (Nutiva brand) I actually use it on my skin and I ingest it. There are about a Million threads about it on this site and also a search on yahoo or Google would bring up even more information. In a nutshell, Virgin Coconut Oil has anti-viral and anti-bacteria properties. It also revs your metab up and helps alot of people with weight loss and energy. I will put it in a cup of hot tea (with sweetener) and drink it. (Just don't do it at night because it gives you energy and can keep you awake). It also is fantastic for your skin. You have to start out slow with it and work your way up (ingesting it). I will also make a candy bar out of it. It's usually called "Coconut oil Bark" or "CO bark" (lots of threads about that too on here). Virgin Coconut oil is naturally a solid until about 76. To make the bark, all you do is melt the coconut oil, add coco powder and sweetener. Stir it up and put it in a foil lined pan and then put it in the fridge or freezer. You wait until it turns Solid from the cold, then break it up into pieces. You store it in the Fridge (remember it will melt otherwise). It's really good. I get my candy and coconut oil too. I even add unsweetened coconut and almonds to it and it's like a low carb Almond Joy. Last edited by Tooter : 11-23-2007 at 08:07 PM.*

11-23-2007, 08:52 PM	#14
celeste MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New London, CT Posts: 2,324 Gallery: celeste Start Date: November 1999	That would be GREAT - Charlie's family is all in Hingham/Hull. Is that near you? We come there at least monthly. Regardless, spring is great! Last edited by celeste : 11-23-2007 at 08:55 PM.

11-24-2007, 02:34 PM	#27
Ailuros MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,101 Gallery: Ailuros Stats: Maintenance (since 2003) WOE: Controlled carb, real food Start Date: 2003	I'm a relative newcomer here, but I've been following the fascination threads and feel as if I know you all . I've been eating LC for a bit over four years, and I reached my goal weight in about six months. I've maintained at 115 +/- 5 lbs since then (5' 2"). I'm 46 now, and it seemed that as my 45th birthday arrived, my hormones plunged into chaos. These days I find that if I eat very low carb I run out of energy. At the moment I'm feeling best at around 60-80g per day, but everything's in a state of flux, so that number might need to change. Last edited by Ailuros : 11-24-2007 at 02:40 PM.

11-23-2007, 07:46 PM	#3
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	I think we all have had that happen (getting sloppy). I'm so glad that you are back on track today. You hang in there. Just a few days and you will be back in the "Zone" and feeling Fantastic!!

11-23-2007, 07:50 PM	#4
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	You bet!!!!! My skin is so dull when I get sloppy. Here's to getting and staying on track. Thanks for the support, my friend.

11-23-2007, 08:07 PM	#6
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	I actually had read about it and got some a while back. THANKS for the reminder. I'll add that to my shopping list.

11-23-2007, 08:18 PM	#8
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	Here is what my Menu was today. Brunch: Cold Sliced Turkey with Butter and salt/pepper. Left over chilled Shrimp Dinner: Chef Salad with left over Turkey, swiss cheese and Oil/vinegar dressing. Snack: 2 tablespoons of cream cheese with peanut butter and splenda (taste like Peanut butter Cheese cake) Drinks: 2 cups of Coffee with Cream. 3 Cups of green tea with Coconut oil and Stevia. The rest water.

11-23-2007, 08:34 PM	#9
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	I use emu oil under my moisturizer. It truly helps it to absorb deeper. Helps prevent wrinkles? YAY! You are a baby, though. I'm 51! winslow's 11/23/207 menu: breakfast: hard boiled egg lunch white turkey with mayo dinner tilapia half cup salad greens with blue cheese snacks cheese crisp instone protein pudding pepperoni slices 2 cups coffee with cream, no sugar. water 3 cups coffee with cream, no sugar. (I never give up coffee.)

11-23-2007, 08:38 PM	#10
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	I don't give up coffee either!! NO WAY!! lol Gotta go to bed. Talk to later, Winslow.

11-23-2007, 08:39 PM	#11
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	Goodnight, my friend! One day down, 13 to go.

11-23-2007, 08:42 PM	#12
celeste MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New London, CT Posts: 2,324 Gallery: celeste Start Date: November 1999	Im so glad to be able to claim being an "Old Timer" Wish I could claim the wonderful success you guys have , but hey, where there is life, there is hope ... I have been thru several lives...and states....but FINALLY I am settled, happy, and ready to regroup and settle down. The first of the year, Im all over this battle ( I cant even begin to pretend a start before then) So ladies, I am so proud to consider you my friends. This place has been my "home" for so very very long. Hoping that we will bring in many more of our long time friends. In the meantime, the term SCUD MISSILES makes me laugh!!!! Lets toast Mangus and Lo, and thank Tom and the gang for carrying on the torch. Its been a wonderful place to have a safe place to land.... Im grateful every day!

11-23-2007, 08:49 PM	#13
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	New London ...home of Connecticut College...we're only about 2 hours away...maybe we can meet up sometime...like in the spring?

11-23-2007, 08:58 PM	#15
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	I don't know where Hingham/Hull is. I think I may live closer to Ct. LOL My son lives in Woodstock, Ct. Do you ever go to Mohegan Sun?

11-23-2007, 09:03 PM	#16
celeste MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New London, CT Posts: 2,324 Gallery: celeste Start Date: November 1999	Mohegan Sun is about a half hour from the house. Im there whenever you are.... Hull/Hingham are 1/2 hr away from Boston via ferry. Nantasket Beach. Regardless, sounds like the casino is the way to go........ Just let me know - my Charlie is a Navigator from the Air Force for 30 years - he can find our way WHEREVER we need to be. Mohegan - even I can find my way there.

11-23-2007, 09:08 PM	#17
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	The 4 of us should meet at Mohegan Sun! Let's plan on it and make definite plans after the holidays. I had a wedding and Thanksgiving this week. I need to get through the holidays...but then that would be FUN!!!! My husband and I like to go there for fun. We aren't gamblers, but it's fun. You have a PM.

11-24-2007, 05:04 AM	#18
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	celeste, I'm so glad you are here!

11-24-2007, 05:08 AM	#19
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	Let's see, my Menu for today. B: 3 eggs cooked (over medium) and mashed with butter and salt/pepper. L: Turkey Nachos. (Chunks of left over turkey put on a cookie sheet with Shredded Cheese and pepper rings on top. Baked until cheese is melted and serve with Salsa and Sour cream) D: Beef Stir Fry S: Coconut Oil bark (coconut/almond flavored) Drinks: 3 cups of coffee with cream. 3 cups of hot tea with coconut oil and sweetner. The rest water.

11-24-2007, 05:13 AM	#20
Tooter Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,763 Gallery: Tooter Stats: 5' 6" and 128 lbs	Oh, celeste... My Youngest were 10 and 12 with the scud missiles Story. Can you believe they are 19 (soon to be 20) and 18? So, My Kids are now.. 18, 19, 22 and 24!! And I'm a Grandma! (My AV is my granddaughter Irelyn). I finally got my girl!!! They may be older now, but there still is never a dull moment around here.

11-24-2007, 05:57 AM	#21
flowerpower An oldie but a goodie!! Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: NW Chicago Suburbs Posts: 13,269 Gallery: flowerpower Stats: 192/162/152 WOE: Lean Lowcarb Start Date: January 1995	Hi oldtimers! I noticed you all referred to Kimmer as evil. Do you think maybe Evil Terry was Kimmer?

11-24-2007, 06:40 AM	#24
centralpa Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: upstate NY Posts: 3,151 Gallery: centralpa	Aw, looks like some LColdiebutgoodieFriends HERE! Flower: How's your new pup? Awesome, how you adopted her! BTW, Lucy is doing just fine, altho we recently had a big scare, when she severed an artery & tendons as she was running thru the woods. We didn't see it happen, but think she got her paw caught in an old run-down fence, and pulled her paw out, making a bad cut. Rushed her to the vet for emerg surgery, she spent the night at the vet hosp. She had 2 months of very little activity (and the doggie collar) but is now recovered completely. Has no limp or anything. Vet was awesome ... she even kept the office open late on a Friday night to do the surgery. JMHO on the matter ... the "Big K" not only lurks here, but posts here often. And, yes, I think she had many other "akas" before this one ... The personality-type is fairly predictable. cheers, Wendy

11-24-2007, 08:49 AM	#25
winslow Guest Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 882 Gallery: winslow	Hi Wendy! Hi Flower! Tooter, you are so good! I haven't planned my menu for today.....still savoring my coffee. We are going out tonight...give me strength....my hubby loves to eat crap food. So far today: coffee, cream, no sugar

11-24-2007, 02:14 PM	#26
Pear MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Safe in the atkins fruitbowl. Posts: 1,485 Gallery: Pear Stats: 240/188/160 WOE: Pearkins Start Date: 11/25/2007	Hi :wave I'm a newbie joining in. I started last monday, but with the holidays, I'm restarting today. Winslow, I cant believe you're 51, you look like you're in your thirties. I hope I look half as good as you do when I reach my fifties. My menu for the day: B: none, I slept in L: fried eggs and ham D: Chipotle, I'm having the taco salad with chicken, sour cream & cheese and lots of salsa. S: Gouda cheese We're going by Whole Foods, so I'll check to see if they have coconut oil. That coconut bark sounds delicious. Hubby would love it too, since he's dairy free.

11-24-2007, 02:42 PM	#28
Pear MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Safe in the atkins fruitbowl. Posts: 1,485 Gallery: Pear Stats: 240/188/160 WOE: Pearkins Start Date: 11/25/2007	On the days I eat low carb, I feel better, I have so much more energy. I think it has to do with the insuline being regulated. Then again, I just getting started.